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Africa Daily

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Africa Daily has now come to an end. But do listen to Focus on Africa for all the big stories and for the African perspective on major global news. Hosted by Audrey Brown and ready by late afternoon every weekday. Search for Focus on Africa, wherever you get your BBC podcasts.

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The International Criminal Court concludes hearings into war crime charges against the Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony and will decide whether he should face trial. But who is Joseph Kony and what are the charges against him?

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Ethiopia opens Africa's largest hydroelectric dam on the Blue Nile river deepening a rift with Egypt and Sudan.

Authorities in the US have arrested two suspected leaders of the Cameroon separatists' military wing. We find out more about the charges ... more

Zambia's former Foreign Minister Joseph Malanji has been sentenced to four years in prison with hard labour after being convicted, along with a co-accused of corruption. President Hakainde Hichilema promised to root out corruption when he swept to po... more

A landslide that followed days of heavy rain, has killed hundreds of people in the remote Marra Mountains in western Sudan, and many survivors may still be trapped in deep valleys. How do aid agencies help people hit by a natural disaster but also ca... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Abbas Mohammed Sharraki
Geologist from the University of Cairo
University of Cairo
Episode: Focus on Africa: Ethiopia opens huge dam despite outside opposition
Mathilde Vu
Norwegian Refugee Council Advocacy Manager
Norwegian Refugee Council
Episode: Focus on Africa: Sudan landslide: Race to find survivors
Delanyo Asu
Lead author of the study on bushmeat trade
University of Lomé
Episode: Focus on Africa: Sudan landslide: Race to find survivors
Abdel Wahid Muhammad Al Noor
Leader of the Sudan Liberation Movement in Darfur
Episode: Focus on Africa: Sudan landslide: Race to find survivors
Mathias Shipeta
Rapid Response Officer for Haki Africa
Haki Africa
Episode: Focus on Africa: Kenya's starvation cult: New bodies found
Julian Feneci
Director of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation involved in giraffe genetics and conservation efforts.
Giraffe Conservation Foundation
Episode: Focus on Africa: Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties
Janabu Hisse
Research fellow at the Foundation for Strategic Research, specializing in Japan-Africa relations.
Foundation for Strategic Research
Episode: Focus on Africa: Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties
Remaji Hoinati
Senior Researcher on Central Africa and the Lake Chad Basin at the Institute for Security Studies.
Institute for Security Studies
Episode: Focus on Africa: Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties
Professor Deborah Atobra
Director of the Center for Gender Studies and Advocacy at the University of Ghana
University of Ghana
Episode: Focus on Africa: Nigeria negotiates $346m arms deal with US

Hosts

Audrey Brown
Host leading insightful discussions on African issues with a focus on news and social impact.
Charles Gitonga
Co-host contributing to discussions on African affairs, often providing local perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 868 ratings
  • The podcast stopped and it is a pity. Focus on Africa is interesting but different. Here we had time to focus on a single topic

    Podcast Addict
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    4 months ago
  • Gutted to say Goodbye

    So sad to to hear Africa Daily has ended! A fantastic podcast I listened to regularly to find out the important stories in a much under reported continent. We need much less coverage of the US and more focus on Africa and Asia please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azalea Blooms
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Farewell

    I’m so disappointed that this has ended. The best of the many BBC news podcasts. You will be missed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atreides300
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Very sad to hear it’s finishing

    I’m very sad to hear that this podcast is finishing. I have loved it and though I haven’t managed to hear every episode I have heard very many. All the best to everyone involved for the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tlhapi Ekae
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Please keep going! What a loss!

    I can’t believe what I just heard and had to read it to believe it. Discontinuing Africa Daily is a massive loss for me! I am a German citizen living in Berlin and listening to several different news podcasts to keep up to dat and Africa Daily was a regular part of my day. The loss of this perspective is massive loss because so much of the topics you covered are also very relevant to me while you are the only source where I here them covered. I can’t find good words. This feels like being blindf... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kfbwlwvrvrkgijeveksns
    Germany4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners have expressed deep sadness over the podcast's end, highlighting the unique coverage of underreported African stories. Many praise the engaging and educated hosts, with particular mention of their ability to illuminate complex topics succinctly. The balance of expert opinions and personal stories resonates well with audiences, making it a vital source of information. Some critiques mention frustrations with guest perspectives, yet the overall sentiment reflects gratitude for the enlightening content provided.

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Focus on Africa: Is the jailing of a former Zambian minister a watershed moment?
Q: Does the way the president rules show that he's delivering on his promise to root out corruption?
Critics argue that the focus is too much on past corruption and not enough on current officials, indicating a mixed response to his effectiveness.
Focus on Africa: Is the jailing of a former Zambian minister a watershed moment?
Q: Do we know if Joseph Malanji or even Fredson Yamba are they planning to appeal these rulings?
Indications are that they will commence their leave of appeal, and there are unconfirmed reports that they have already appealed.
Focus on Africa: Is the jailing of a former Zambian minister a watershed moment?
Q: How significant are these convictions for the country's fight against corruption?
The convictions are very important given the high-profile nature of the former ministers involved and the substantial amounts of money linked to their actions.
Focus on Africa: Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties
Q: What is the significance of the recent sentencing of Succès Masra?
Remaji Hoinati explains the trial's implications for political freedom, indicating a crackdown on dissent in Chad.
Focus on Africa: Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties
Q: What has Japan contributed to young people in Africa?
Hisse notes Japan's involvement in human capital development and infrastructure quality, along with initiatives like training for professionals.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Africa Daily

What is Africa Daily about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast provides insightful reporting on pressing issues and current events affecting various African nations. Frequent topics include political developments, humanitarian crises, and geopolitical discussions, alongside cultural insights that reflect the continent's diverse perspectives. The program is characterized by in-depth interviews with experts and local voices that offer a nuanced understanding of the stories often overlooked by mainstream international media. Unique to the show is its ability to unpack complex topics in a digestible format that appeals to a broad audience, making it notable in its focus on the African narrative.

Listeners can expect to engage with a wide array of subjects, ranging from corruption and governanc... more

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1. Professor Abbas Mohammed Sharraki
2. Mathilde Vu
3. Delanyo Asu
4. Abdel Wahid Muhammad Al Noor
5. Mathias Shipeta
6. Julian Feneci
7. Janabu Hisse
8. Remaji Hoinati

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